Japan

 Spring Festivals And Events The Japanese archipelago, for the most part, belongs to the temperate zone and its climate is characterized by four distinct seasonal changes. This climatic feature has long been a great source of enjoyment. Above all, the festivals of Japan may well be one of the country's greatest sources of enjoyment. Festivals take place virtually every day throughout the year, somewhere in Japan. Listed here are only some examples of major Japanese festivals from a list that is almost  uncountable. SPRING — The plum and cherry trees burst into bloom There are many traditional festivals and events in Japan all year round, and spring is no exception.  Spring arrives in Japan as the cold winter eases up, the sunlight starts to glisten, and the plants and trees start to bloom. The Japanese refer to this as haruranman (spring in full bloom) and view it as a positive season full of hope. Let’s take a look at the spring festivals and events in J...

Architecture Great architecture embody the pride of Japan. Where is the world's oldest wooden structure and where is the largest one? Yes, they are both in Japan. The former is Horyuji Temple (built in 607) and the latter is Todaiji Temple (the existing one, reconstructed in 1709, is 57 meters high). Buddhist structures in Japan have developed and retained purely Japanese architectural features, though they had long been under the strong influence of China. You will find a number of superb traditional structures around Japan, including those in the ancient of  Nara, Kyoto and Kamakura. Horyuji Temple Todaiji Temple From the latter half of the 16th century through the 17th century, feudal lords in Japan vied with each other to build their own magnificent castles as a demonstration of power. The most famous among them is the graceful Himeji Castle. However, traditional structures are not the only buildings that represent Japanese architectural maste...

Cherry Blossom and  Mount Fuji. WELCOME  TO JAPAN Open a world map and look at the extensive Asia/Pacific region. Almost at the very center, you'll discover the Japanese archipelago stretching north to south along the eastern edge of the Asian continent. Japan has lured untold numbers of adventures since Marco Polo first introduced it to the world back in 13th century as " Zipangu - The Land of gold. " Though the Japan of today may not be a land of gold, the "Neo Zipangu" does possess powerful and magnet-like attractions: great culture variety, colorful and inspiring natural attractions beautifully interwoven by distinct four seasonal changes, not to mention the overflowing hospitality of its people. As such, Japan is vigorously gaining in popularity as a tourist destination that is easily accessible from any part of the world. A destination any one can enjoy on a reasonable budget and with a sense of complete security. Tokyo Shibuya Crossing. ...